Social Care Worker in Dublin
- Salary
- €41,260–€57,789 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 28 Oct 2026
About the Role
Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.
SOCIAL CARE WORKER – DAY SERVICES
LOCATIONS ACROSS DUBLIN 7, DUBLIN 11 & DUBLIN 15
35 HRS PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT
Salary: €41,260 – 57,789* (LSI)
*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
Requirements
Essential:
- QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU Social Care registration.
- CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list of which can be found at this link: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/
- Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU.
- Proficiency in the English language.
Desirable:
- Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and those who have behaviours of concern.
- To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives.
- Have an awareness of New Directions.
- Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning.
- Full clean Manual driving licence & to drive service vehicle.
- Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
Details
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We currently provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin.
Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
How to Apply
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to: Elaine Doyle, Tel: 087 109 3968 / [email protected]
Closing date for receipt of applications is the 28th of October 2026.
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU Social Care registration.
- What is the salary for this role?
- €41,260–€57,789 per year, subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 28 Oct 2026.
- What locations will the role be based in?
- Dublin 7, Dublin 11, and Dublin 15.
- How do I apply for this role?
- Submit a Cover letter and CV via the Avista careers section at https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/